The Gordon Ramsay alumnus ups the ante with French-Mediterranean dishes
Photos: Pollen
Pollen, tucked away within the living and breathing foliage of Flower Dome in Gardens By The Bay, is no doubt one of the most romantic restaurants in Singapore.
With new executive chef Steve Allen on board, it looks set to up the ante for diners.
The distinctively French menu is coupled with Mediterranean influences inspired by the coast. Having worked with culinary bigwigs like Gordon Ramsay, chef Steve has developed a penchant for using classic French techniques on quality produce.
What results is a cohesive menu of textural and playful elements, brought to life with fresh and seasonal ingredients.
Dishes are interjected with various surprises in the form of mini snacks, to cleanse the palate and heighten the senses as the meal is experienced.
Here are five dishes we loved:
2. Crab, Butternut Squash, Pancetta and Sage Ricotta
While the soft textures of this dish reminded me of baby food — as I’d jokingly commented to my dining companion, it was immensely comforting and tasty. The earthy notes from the butternut squash and sage ricotta made a good vessel for the briny flavours of the pancetta.
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